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Cinkona Injection

Quinine

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Cinkona Injection is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of malaria and prevention of malaria.

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Key details

Salt: Quinine
Available variants: injection 1 ML
Price: ₹20
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

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Composition of Cinkona Injection

Cinkona Injection contains Quinine. It belongs to the Antimalarial agent class of medicines.

Uses of Cinkona Injection

  • Malaria
  • Prevention of malaria

Benefits of Cinkona Injection

In Malaria
Cinkona kills the malaria parasite in the blood, bringing down the fever and preventing the dangerous complications of untreated malaria.
In Prevention of malaria
Cinkona protects you from developing malaria while you are in an area where it is spread, when taken as directed before, during and after the trip.

How Cinkona Injection works

Quinine kills the malaria parasite in the blood.

How to take Cinkona Injection

This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not attempt to inject it yourself unless you have been trained and told to. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause dangerous heart rhythm disturbance, fits and coma. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cinkona Injection

Most side effects of Cinkona are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Itching

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cinkona Injection

AlcoholCAUTION
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingCAUTION
May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
KidneyCAUTION
Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.

Warnings and precautions

Complete the full course exactly as prescribed. An incomplete course is a common cause of relapse and of resistant malaria. Return to your doctor if fever continues or comes back after treatment. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem, or have had one in the family. Some of these medicines are avoided in G6PD deficiency — tell your doctor if you know you have it.

Do not take Cinkona if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Several are not suitable in pregnancy or in G6PD deficiency — your doctor will choose accordingly.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about heart medicines, anti-epileptics and other antimalarials.

How to store Cinkona Injection

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

Quick tips for Cinkona Injection

  • Take it with food to reduce nausea.
  • Use mosquito nets and repellents as well.
  • Treatment does not prevent the next bite.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:
IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`
Therapeutic class:
Anti-malarial
Drug class:
Antimalarial agent

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Cinkona Injection FAQs

What is Cinkona Injection used for?
Cinkona Injection is commonly used for malaria and prevention of malaria. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Cinkona Injection?
Malaria: Cinkona kills the malaria parasite in the blood, bringing down the fever and preventing the dangerous complications of untreated malaria. It is also used for prevention of malaria.
What is the salt in Cinkona Injection?
Cinkona Injection contains Quinine. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Cinkona Injection?
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Cinkona Injection work?
Quinine kills the malaria parasite in the blood.
Is Cinkona Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cinkona Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Cinkona Injection?
The side effects reported most often with Cinkona are Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Headache, Dizziness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Cinkona Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Cinkona Injection in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Cinkona.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cinkona Injection?
Limit alcohol while taking Cinkona Injection; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Cinkona Injection?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Cinkona Injection habit forming?
No. Cinkona Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Cinkona Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cinkona Injection starts at ₹20 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 1 ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cinkona Injection?
Cinkona Injection is manufactured by IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cinkona Injection delivered?
Cinkona Injection is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.

Cinkona Injection, Quick facts

Salt
Quinine
Form
injection
Price
₹20
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`
Manufacturer
IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`
Therapeutic class
Anti-malarial
Drug class
Antimalarial agent
Habit forming
No
Variants
injection 1 ML
Delivery
Standard across India

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

  1. PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
  2. CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
  4. National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
  5. Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Cinkona Injection.
  6. World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Next steps

Safety disclaimer

Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.